Nile Sisters Development Initiative, San Diego, California

We Have New Headquarters

After 17 years in one small San Diego location on University Avenue, Nile Sisters Development Initiative has relocated and expanded into two new locations.

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Our Certified Nurse Assistant Training Adds Skilled Workers to San Diego’s Economy

Professional, licensed instructors deliver curriculum to prepare students for healthcare careers. Lectures, demonstrations, and exposure to actual clinical settings help students master biometrics and compassionate patient assistance. Passing the state exam qualifies CNA certificate holders for employment in healthcare settings.

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Our Mentoring Program Facilitates Acculturation

We match new refugee families to community role models, who introduce resettling families to American culture and customs via outings to local attractions.

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First MIND Institute Training Begins April 9

Filed in Health Program News by Staff on March 27, 2018

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Nile Sisters Development Initiative ( NSDI ) is proud to introduce MIND | Institute, a comprehensive training program for candidates interested in becoming behavioral health navigators for refugee and ethnic populations. MIND» ( Matters Involving Neuro-Disorders ) is a community-driven initiative that seeks to ensure that refugee and ethnic populations have equitable access to culturally and linguistically proficient mental and behavioral health resources. Through the Institute, prospective behavioral health navigators will learn key concepts for consideration when working with culturally diverse and underserved populations.The initial MIND I Institute behavioral health navigator training begins Monday, April 9.

MIND | Institute encompasses eight classes spanning one month, covering topics ranging from cultural competence and law enforcement to behavioral health. Specific subject-matter experts and the NSDI Health Advocacy Coordinator will present the material covered in each session.

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